Communication with Patients with Special Needs: Low Literacy

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What are some adverse outcomes associated with low literacy?

Poor clinical outcomes (correct)
Improved self-management
Better adherence to treatment regimen
Increased knowledge of disease

How should one communicate with a person of low literacy?

Providing extensive written information
Using complex medical terminology
Communicating in the patient's language and with simple words (correct)
Sharing detailed research findings

What strategies are recommended for dealing with patients of low literacy?

Not using true stories to relate to the patient's case
Reinforcing information with visual handouts (correct)
Providing extensive written information
Using complex medical terminology

What is the significance of low literacy in communication with patients?

It has been associated with adverse outcomes (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the quote mentioned in the text regarding communication with people of low literacy?

"Think like a wise man but communicate in the language of the people" (B) Signup and view all the answers

What problem may occur in the communication process when dealing with patients who have low literacy?

Circular situation with neither patient nor provider comprehending what is needed (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between literacy and functional health literacy?

Literacy focuses on reading and writing, while functional health literacy focuses on navigating the health system. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why is illiteracy considered a barrier to educating patients about their illness and its treatment?

Illiterate patients are less likely to understand appointment slips and follow-up with additional medical appointments. (D) Signup and view all the answers

According to the Institute of Medicine report in 2004, what percentage of people in the USA were functionally illiterate?

1 out of 5 (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why do health professionals value functional health literacy?

Informed patients are more likely to initiate and sustain self-management behaviors which improves health outcome. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What did the Healthy People 2010 survey reveal about the literacy of adult Jordanians?

98.2% literacy (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why isn't health literacy related to years of education?

Health literacy is related to various exposure to chronic illness and health environment. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What are some barriers to health literacy at the individual level?

Age, language, education, culture (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does functional health literacy include?

Understanding how to read and interpret medication prescription & understanding appointment slips. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why is illiteracy referred to as a hidden handicap?

'It is pervasive than expected' and 'more studies measure short term knowledge'. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why do people with low literacy understand health information less well according to the Institute of Medicine report?

They can't process information needed to make appropriate health decision. (C) Signup and view all the answers